Two faceted-cut rubies bring a deep, saturated red close to the face, catching the light in small flashes with every turn of the head. The stud shape stays simple and understated in line, so all the attention goes to the stone - its colour plays well against a bare neck and hair pulled back. It's a minimalist form, close to everyday French style, where the restrained setting never pulls the eye away from the colour.

Only a small part of the reviewed ruby rough makes it into these earrings - what counts is purity of colour and its depth, and the rest is set aside at the selection stage. Silver prices are rising, and good rubies are getting harder to source, which is why buying at this price makes sense today. The facets are set in rhodium-plated 925 silver: the rhodium layer is hard and resistant, protecting the surface from tarnishing and scratches, so the shine stays bright for years. This is refined European silver, 925 fineness, free of nickel and other allergenic additives - it can be worn without worrying about irritation. The piece is stamped with the French maker's mark, registered with the assay office, which attests the origin of the metal.

They come through best in a total-black look - a black turtleneck or a simple blouse forms the backdrop against which the ruby red becomes a point of light near the face. They also work well with hair swept back, when nothing hides the line of the ear and neck. At 1.8 g, they stay light and comfortable to wear from morning to evening, whatever the occasion.